allodial

/əˈlɒdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

pertaining to land held in absolute ownership, without any feudal obligations or liabilities

“The allodial property was inherited by her family for generations.”

2. noun

a type of land ownership where the titleholder has absolute and unconditional title to the property

“The lawyer specializing in real estate law explained the concept of allodial title to her client.”

Synonyms

  • absolute
  • freehold
  • unconditional

Antonyms

  • feudal
  • fief